Ahead of March 31 deadline, Odisha revises surrender and rehabilitation scheme for surrendering Maoists
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Left-wing extremism· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
The Odisha government announced a revised surrender and rehabilitation scheme for Maoists to provide financial incentives for mainstreaming, aiming to reduce LWE activities by March 31, 2026.
Background
The scheme provides rewards to surrendered left-wing extremists (LWEs) based on their rank and involvement level, regardless of their home state. It follows a November 2022 revision by the Union Home Ministry that increased financial incentives for surrendering LWEs.
Facts for Prelims
- FactOdisha government target: Reduce Maoist activities by March 31, 2026
- FactUnion Home Ministry revision: Increased financial incentives for surrendering LWEs in November 2022
- FactEligibility: Rewards apply to surrendered LWEs regardless of whether they are native to Odisha
For Mains
Q. Examine the efficacy of financial incentives and rehabilitation schemes in neutralizing Left-Wing Extremism in India's tribal heartlands.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Incentive structure: Balancing financial rewards with long-term socio-economic integration and skill development
- Inter-state coordination: Challenges in rehabilitating non-native LWEs and tracking cross-border extremist movements
Keywords: Left-Wing Extremism · Mainstreaming · Rehabilitation · Internal Security · Counter-insurgency
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